as in stubborn
sticking to an opinion, purpose, or course of action in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion
he has remained intransigent, refusing all suggestions for improvement of the process
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Recent Examples of intransigent
Public opinion has historically played a decisive role in shutdown fights, with voters often blaming the party seen as most intransigent.
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Nik Popli,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
Although Congress and Allende had months to work for compromise solutions to the nation’s problems, both remained intransigent.
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Kristina Mani,
The Conversation,
23 Sep. 2025
Trump could end his indulgent policies soon, especially if Putin continues to be intransigent.
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Gordon G. Chang,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Aug. 2025
As Libya has demonstrated, protecting civilians from intransigent regimes often requires persistent and sustained action.
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Jon Western,
Foreign Affairs,
1 Nov. 2011
See All Example Sentences for intransigent
Nik Popli,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
Although Congress and Allende had months to work for compromise solutions to the nation’s problems, both remained intransigent.
—
Kristina Mani,
The Conversation,
23 Sep. 2025
Trump could end his indulgent policies soon, especially if Putin continues to be intransigent.
—
Gordon G. Chang,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Aug. 2025
As Libya has demonstrated, protecting civilians from intransigent regimes often requires persistent and sustained action.
—
Jon Western,
Foreign Affairs,
1 Nov. 2011
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intransigent
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The weather service’s forecast discussion for Kansas City said the stubborn heat could last through the Fourth of July.
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Against all odds, the stubborn housing market has become a hotspot for young talent.
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While waiting to go to court, Zaayer remained adamant that Shawna needed to go to prison but was also convinced that David — who worked at the nearby jail — was protecting his wife from receiving an adequate punishment, per The Guardian.
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But Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) has been adamant that there are not enough votes in the Senate to pass the legislation, given the 60-vote filibuster threshold.
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“Intransigent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intransigent. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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